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Veltrix CX-8518 Edge 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8518-EDGE · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index33,009 (Processors scale)
Category rank#26,314
Street price$319
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar103.48
Released2022

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8518 Edge
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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